AFM-Franchised Booking Agents are signatories to the AFM's Booking Agents Agreement. These booking agents act as the "sales force" for AFM members in the US and Canada. Purchasers are provided with legitimate agreements, members are provided with protection of their earnings, and the booking agents earn commissions for their sales. These agreements are comprehensive contracts which stand up in court, if need be, and obligate the parties - the purchaser is obligated to pay the stipulated price, and the musician(s) are obligated to perform the services described in the agreement.